What is the cheapest way to get from Rhayader to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Rhayader to Reading is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rhayader to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Rhayader to Reading is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Rhayader and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Rhayader to Reading. However, there are services departing from Rhayader Central Car Park and arriving at Reading RailAir via Black Lion Hotel and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 34m.

How far is it from Rhayader to Reading?

The distance between Rhayader and Reading is 187 miles. The road distance is 146.3 miles.

How do I travel from Rhayader to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Rhayader to Reading without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 3m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Rhayader to Reading?

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Rhayader to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rhayader to Reading bus from?

Rhayader to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Black Lion Hotel station.

Train or bus from Rhayader to Reading?

The best way to get from Rhayader to Reading is to bus which takes 8h 34m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £85 - £150 and takes 6h 18m.

Where does the Rhayader to Reading bus arrive?

Rhayader to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Rhayader to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Rhayader to Reading is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Rhayader to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1420+ hotels available in Reading.

Rhayader to Reading - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 461 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Rhayader to Reading by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bryn Gwy to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7bus T4
2. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain
5h 3m
Drive 145.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rhayader to Readingcar 145.5 mi
2h 58m
£36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Black Lion Hotel to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
8h 34m
£66–127
Train
1. Take the train from Llandrindod to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Readingtrain
6h 18m
£85–149
Line 461 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mill Street Car Park to Railway Stationbus 461 / ...
2. Take the train from Hereford to Readingtrain Hereford - London Paddington
7h 6m

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Map of how to get from Rhayader to Reading.

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Distance: 186.3 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

What companies run services between Rhayader, Wales and Reading, England?

You can take a bus from Rhayader Central Car Park to Reading RailAir via Post Office, Black Lion Hotel, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 8h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bryn Gwy to Reading via Llandrindod Wells Interchange Stand 1, Llandrindod, Shrewsbury, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 18m.

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